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SUMMARY:Summit 2025:  Alert! Condominiums and Buildings Collapse\, and Climate Change
DESCRIPTION:Campaign for Disaster Prevention and Building Preparedness to Save Lives\n			\n				Register for in-person participation\n			\n				Register for virtual participation\n			\n				Access the Agenda\n			\n				Meet our Speakers\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Join business and government leaders\, international experts\, and government authorities to address the impact of climate change on Puerto Rico’s buildings and infrastructure. This innovative Summit will provide essential tools and strategies to protect lives and ensure the sustainability of our communities.\nTopics:\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Impact of Climate Change in Puerto Rico and Its Repercussions\nIntroduction and Repercussions of Inaction on Climate Change for Puerto Rico’s EconomyThis session will analyze the economic consequences of failing to address climate change\, including its impact on key sectors such as tourism\, infrastructure\, and investment. \nImpact of Rising Sea Levels on Puerto Rico’s InfrastructureA discussion on how rising sea levels affect roads\, buildings\, and coastal communities\, as well as the challenges this presents for urban planning. \nImpact of Climate Change on Puerto RicansThis session will explore how climate change affects residents’ quality of life\, from health concerns to forced displacement due to natural disasters. \n“Climate Reality Spokespersons”\nExperts will share their insights on the climate crisis\, its manifestations in Puerto Rico\, and the urgency of taking immediate action. \nClear Manifestations of Climate Change in Puerto Rico\nA presentation of concrete evidence of climate change effects on the island\, including rising temperatures\, shifting rainfall patterns\, and extreme weather events. \nCase Studies: The Reality of Climate Impact on Buildings in PR\nMultimillion-Dollar Retrofit of Government BuildingsA discussion on the investments needed to adapt and reinforce government buildings against climate change effects and natural disasters. \nClimate Change Effects on Historic Buildings in Puerto RicoAn analysis of how climate change threatens the preservation of Puerto Rico’s historic heritage and the measures needed to protect these structures. \nMandatory Inspections\, Permits\, and Codes\nNeed for Mandatory Inspections for Condos and Buildings in PRAn explanation of the importance of periodic inspections to ensure structural safety and prevent potential tragedies. \nWhat Will Happen When a Condo Loses Its Permit for Failing to Comply with Structural and/or Electrical Repair Recommendations?A look at the legal and operational consequences for condominiums that do not meet safety regulations. \nHealth Risks from Climate Change\nA discussion on the public health effects of climate change\, including respiratory diseases\, heat stress\, and the impact of natural disasters. \nStructure Presentation: Earthquake Monitoring Simulator for Condos\, Buildings\, and More\nA demonstration of an innovative simulator designed to monitor and evaluate the seismic resistance of buildings on the island. \nSlow-Motion Impact of Rising Sea Levels\nAn analysis of how rising sea levels pose a gradual but inevitable risk to coastal communities and infrastructure. \nA Look at the Built Environment Due to Climate Change and Its Impact on Public and Private Infrastructure and Buildings\nA review of necessary changes in building design and construction to adapt to new climate realities. \nWhy Is Nuclear Energy Absent from Puerto Rico’s Energy Landscape?\nA discussion on the potential of nuclear energy in Puerto Rico\, why it has been excluded\, and its viability in the energy transition. \nMicro Nuclear Reactor Projects Funded by Bill Gates and Warren BuffettA presentation on advancements in micro nuclear reactor technology and its possible application in clean and sustainable energy generation. \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Join the conversation and be part of the transformation toward a resilient and secure future.
URL:https://camarapr.org/event/summit-2025-alert-condominiums-and-buildings-collapse-and-climate-change/
LOCATION:Caribe Hilton\, 1 C. San Gerónimo\, San Juan\, PR\, 00901\, Puerto Rico
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